Bleeding Trailer Brakes After Installing Kodiak Disc Brake Kit
Question:
I purchased this brake actuator and Kodiak disc brake kit, neither came with instructions on how to bleed the system
asked by: Jeff F
Expert Reply:
When bleeding the brakes on your trailer after installing the Kodiak Calipers you will first want to start with the brake that is furthest away from the actuator. Of the two bleeder valves, you will want to the bleeder valve that is on the top of the system. If you're manually bleeding the brakes, it would be easier to use a clear jar to collect the brake fluid so it would be easier to see if there are bubble or not in the fluid.
Be sure to open the top bleeder valve when you are bleeding the brakes. If the brake calipers have a 2 piece bleeder, you will want to ensure that the upper fitting is loosened to bleed the system. Make sure not to drain the reservoir of brake fluids at the actuator.
When the battery is fully charged, you will need to pull the pin which will then engage the brakes on your trailer. You want to make sure that someone is checking to make sure that the reservoir remains full of brake fluid while bleeding the system.
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Demco Hydraulic Brake Actuator w/ Electric Lockout - Disc - Zinc - 2" Ball - 7,000 lbs
- Brake Actuator
- Surge Brake Actuator
- Straight Tongue Coupler
- Bolt-On
- 7000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Ball Coupler
- Disc Brakes
- Electric Lockout
- Demco
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